How long do planning decisions take near Sketchley?

The average planning decision time near Sketchley is 43 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Sketchley?

The planning approval rate near Sketchley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sketchley?

The most common type of planning application near Sketchley is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sketchley?

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Sketchley, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sketchley, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Sketchley

Sketchley, once a deserted village, has evolved into a residential area within Burbage, located in the Hinckley & Bosworth borough of Leicestershire. This transformation offers unique planning opportunities and considerations for those exploring development or renovation projects in the vicinity.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £442,549 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hinckley and Bosworth
Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
LSOA: Hinckley and Bosworth 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sketchley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sketchley.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Sketchley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Sketchley.

- 12 Denis Road Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2LR
Single storey rear extension and rendered finish to existing dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 48 Cardinal Drive Burbage Leicestershire LE10 2NS
Single storey side extension and garage conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-04-22
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- 26 Featherston Drive Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2PN
Two storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 33 Denis Road Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2LR
Roof alterations to include front dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2025-07-11
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- 10 Hall Road Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2LU
Single storey rear extension, increase in roof height to create habitable space and installation of solar panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Acrefair 12 Sketchley Lane Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2NG
Single storey rear extension, infill extension to front elevation and detached double garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2024-11-01
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- 2 Manor Way Burbage Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 2NN
T1 - Sycamore - Raise canopy to 5m above the road, T2 - Hawthorn - Remove, T3 - Deodar Cedar - Remove
Status: Referred | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2024-08-09
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- 323 Rugby Road Burbage Leicestershire LE10 2NB
Extension and alterations to dwelling, loft conversion, basement, detached garage, new boundary wall and gate
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Sketchley in Leicestershire

Property prices in Sketchley show an average sale price of £442,549, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sketchley a particularly low-crime area.

Sketchley has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Hinckley, Hollycroft, Hinckley - Town Centre. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sketchley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Sketchley

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Sketchley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sketchley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sketchley were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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